Prime Minister Salvador del Solar on Monday affirmed the Peruvian Government has favored and
maintained a space for dialogue to
solve the problems of Cotabambas Province (Apurimac region), where Las Bambas mining project is located.
In this sense, the cabinet chief indicated dialogue is the path to find solutions to the requests instead of forceful measures, such as
road blockades.
Concerning the communities' request for the attendance of Judicial Branch and Public Ministry representatives in the upcoming meeting, Del Solar informed the Government will notify the institutions about the invitations. However, they cannot assure their assistance.
Likewise, the high-ranking official pointed out Justice Minister Vicente Zeballos will be present at the gathering, so he can explain what his portfolio can do regarding the complaints against Cotabambas protestors over the
road blockade.
Furthermore, the Prime Minister underlined talks will also be held with Cotabambas Province representatives and not only with those of Fuerabamba Community.
The Presidency of the Council of Ministers (PCM) announced the next meeting with the communities involved in Las Bambas conflict will take place on Wednesday.
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Published: 4/22/2019